Ferries to Orkney Islands
4 Ferry crossings from 7 Ports
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Ferries to Orkney Islands

Northlink Ferries & Pentland Ferries provide the ferries to Orkney Islands.

Orkney Islands Ferry Times

Ferries to Orkney Islands sail around 7 times a day and up to 43 times a week. Ferry timetables can vary by season. Use our deal finder for the latest ferry information and tickets.

Orkney Islands Ferry Ports

Ferries sail to 3 ports in Orkney Islands. St Margaret's Hope ferry port is the most popular with 21 weekly sailings.

Ferries from Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope

Gills Bay St Margaret's Hope ferries sail approximately 3 times a day and up to 21 times a week, with a crossing time of 1 hour 15 minutes.

Ferries from Aberdeen to Kirkwall

The ferry from Aberdeen to Kirkwall sails in approximately 6 hours with 4 weekly sailings.

Can you take a car ferry to Orkney Islands?

There is a car ferry to Orkney Islands. Northlink Ferries & Pentland Ferries offer car ferries to Orkney Islands. A car ferry may not be available on all routes, we recommend viewing our Deal Finder for the latest car ferry information and pricing.

Orkney Islands Ferry Prices and Offers

Ferry prices for ferries to Orkney Islands can vary by route, operator and season. We recommend booking in advance to get the best ferry deals and availability.

Book ferry tickets to Orkney Islands

Booking ferries to Orkney Islands is easy. Book online and manage your trip with Direct Ferries. Use our Deal Finder to compare tickets and book the best option for you.

Most popular questions

Which ferries travel to Orkney Islands?

Ferries to Orkney Islands:
  • Aberdeen
  • Scrabster
  • Lerwick
  • Gills Bay

What is the fastest ferry to Orkney Islands?

The Gills Bay to St Margaret's Hope ferry is the fastest ferry route to Orkney Islands with a ferry crossing time of 1h 15m on average.

What are the ferry ports in Orkney Islands?

Orkney Islands Ferry Ports:
  • Kirkwall
  • Stromness
  • St Margaret's Hope

Can you take pets on the ferry to Orkney Islands?

Yes, you can bring pets on the ferries to Orkney Islands. The ferry operators that allow you to travel with pets are
  • Northlink Ferries
  • Pentland Ferries

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